New Delhi, April 18 -- Online trends shift rapidly, and public opinion can change just as fast. A single social media post can gain widespread attention within seconds and, at times, lead to unexpected backlash for brands. A similar situation has unfolded for Meher Mandi & Grills, which has come under scrutiny after its Vishu post sparked criticism online.

The controversy started when the restaurant published a festive Vishu message on its social media accounts. The post included a visual showing Lord Krishna placed alongside a non-vegetarian chicken dish.

Many users reacted strongly to this combination. For a large section of people, Lord Krishna is associated with vegetarian offerings, especially during religious festivals like Vishu....